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Are You Computer-Savvy Enough to Take an Online Class?

1) How do you prepare to take a vacation?

I wait for the first day to arrive to decide what to do. I think about what Iâ€™d like to do and where Iâ€™d like to go ahead of time. I decide where I want to go and map out my itinerary on paper.I carefully plan out where Iâ€™m going, how Iâ€™ll get there, and where Iâ€™ll stay, usually on the Internet and/or travel sites.

2) Do you own a home computer with virus-protected Internet access thatâ€™s higher than dial-up and have at least a basic understanding of how to use email, add/open attachments, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Office (especially WORD), and file management?

No, do I need these things?Sort of. I sometimes use Microsoft Office and email at work.No, but I know someone who does.Yes, I own a home computer set up with all of the items listed.

3) How much time do you typically spend online for any reason each day?

Never! I hate computers!Rarely. Occasionally, I need to look something up online.Sometimes, maybe 15 minutes or less on average.Daily, for 30 minutes or more on average.

4) What would you do if you couldnâ€™t start your car and you needed to get to work?

I would get a ride from someone or call a cab and notify my boss that I may be a few minutes late.I would just not go to work that day.I would take a personal or sick day so I could get my car fixed.I would try to fix my car, then take the day off if I couldnâ€™t get it started.

5) How prepared are you for accessing your class(es) if there is a technical problem?

I have arranged with a friend, family member, and/or my employer to use a computer with the necessary Internet access and applications if mine breaks down.I am in the habit of backing up my work frequently to an external memory device and/or online.I have connected my computer and printer using a surge protector to reduce any potential danger from overloads.I keep printed copies of contacts and other important information in a secure location.All of the above.

6) If you asked someone for directions and you were having trouble understanding because of the personâ€™s accent, what would you do?

Get frustrated and mad.Say thank you and walk away.Do my best to understand and ask someone else to verify.Ask questions and for the person to draw a map for me.

Understand what they mean.Understand most of the terms and ask someone about the ones you donâ€™t know.Assume someone will either explain the terms or help me complete what needs to be done.Panic and give up.

8) If you experience a technical problem, you

Get frustrated and tend to give up.Assume you will not have to complete the task assigned because the issue is not your fault.Try to troubleshoot the issue yourself first, then if you canâ€™t resolve it, ask for help.Contact a technical support resource like your Internet service provider, your employerâ€™s or collegeâ€™s technical support service, and/or your instructor.